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Chris Gartman Obituary
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Chris Linn Gartman, age 56, passed away Sunday, August 28, 2011 in Wichita Falls, Texas.
Funeral service will be at 4:00 P.M., Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at Lakeview Church of God in Iowa Park, Texas, with Pastor Ted Gray officiating. Allen Davis will give the eulogy. Graveside service will be at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, September 1, 2011, in Oliver Springs Cemetery, Gorman, Texas, under the direction of Dutton Funeral Home of Iowa Park.
Chris was born April 26, 1955 in Sterling City, Texas, to Louie Jack and Sherry (Atkinson) Gartman. He married Ouida Joyce Atchison on July 19, 1986 in DeLeon, Texas. He was a member of Lakeview Church of God, founder and member of Ragdoll Softball Association and was a member of the Oil and Gas Association. He owned and operated H-Two-O Chemical Inc.
Chris was preceded in death by his father, Louie Jack Gartman, grandparents, Truman Adolf and Alta Mae (Martin) Gartman, and grandparents, Alvin E. Atkinson, Sr., and Lillie (Wilkins) Atkinson.
Survivors include wife, Ouida Joyce of Kamay, Texas; daughters, Valerie Gartman of Laredo, Texas, Christal Ortega and husband, Eric, of Greenwood, Texas, Tiffany Lytle and husband, Jonathan, of Benbrook, Texas, and Casey Gartman of Albany, Texas; his mother, Sherry (Atkinson) Robison of Reisel, Texas; brothers, Jerry Gartman of Electra, Texas, and Keith Gartman, of Waco, Texas; eight grandchildren, and extended family members of the Ragdoll Softball Team.
Visitation with family and friends will be 6:00 to 8:30 P.M. Tuesday, August 30, 2011, in the Chapel of Dutton Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, 2304 Midwestern Parkway, Suite 206, Wichita Falls, Texas 76308, or to American Cancer Society Relay For Life, 2106 Midwestern Parkway, Suite 206, Wichita Falls, Texas 76308.
Messages of condolence and favorite memories of Chris may be shared at www.duttonfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Chris Gartman
Ouida Gartman
September 25, 2011
In loving memory of my Knight in Shining Armour. I miss you so much and know that no matter what happens in this life that I will always love you and that there will never be another you. You told everyone that I was your "rock", well this rock is not near as solid without you. My heart broke each and everyday watching you suffer, from April 17, 2010 until you left this earth August 28, 2011. I know that now you have a new, strong body again and that there is lots of fishing and softball going on just like you said there would be. I miss you so much baby. Thank you for our special memories and for our baby girl. I love you, Ouida
Valerie Gartman
September 2, 2011
We miss you Daddy....
Darla Olds
September 2, 2011
Dear Ouida:
Chris and Ole really "hit it off" from the first time they met. Now they are in heaven rejoicing (and playing ball). God bless you and the whole family. Remembering you in prayer.
teresa arabie
September 1, 2011
RIP MY FRIEND
Shirley Freeman
August 31, 2011
Bases were loaded and Chris hit a home run to Heaven... Heaven you better watch out cause you all will be playing ball.. May God give the family peace through knowing how many people Chris touched, especially young girls. God used him in so many ways and his memory will go on and on as these girls go through life sharing the love and the will to do good and not give up.. I thank God for just a little part of my relationship with Chris, Quida and Casey.. what a honor..
God Bless and keep you strong through God who strengthens us..
Shirley and Ray Freeman
William & LaDonna Goss& Family
August 31, 2011
To the Gartman Family, Chris was a wonderful man and will truely be missed. He was loved by our whole family and had a tremendous effect on Shelby for the many years that she was a Ragdoll. Thank you Chris for the love and kindness you showed us. You were an Angel on earth and now in heaven. The Goss Family
August 31, 2011
Weed and Family,All our love goes out to you.Thank you for being apart of our lives.You both helped into molding our daughter into the woman and mother she is today. Micheal and I will never forget that.If you didn't know him one would think he was this rough and gruff man, but inside he was all heart.
He told me more than once that you were his rock and he was just the pebble.I know how much he loved his family and he was a very proud man.
We love you,
Micheal ,Sue and Jacie Sheppard
Camille Atkins
August 30, 2011
On behalf of your friends and coworkers at The Arc of Texas, we want to extend our condolences and prayers. During this time of grief, remember the things that made you laugh and take it a day at a time.
Rebecca Lucas
August 30, 2011
We are so sad to hear of your loss. Please know that our prayers are with the family and friends of Mr. Gartman. Take care of one another and try to focus on the happier times you've shared. God Bless. The Lucas Family
Kay Bowman
August 30, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Phil & Kathy Watson
August 30, 2011
May this light shine like you always did, our hearts go out to your family, Ouida and Casey, love ya'll!
Stefanie, Samantha & Sabrina
Phil & Kathy Watson
August 30, 2011
You will always be part of our family, your love and guidance as a friend and coach will forever be in our hearts. Peace is with you now, you and your family are our family too! The Watson's
Clifton and Lindy Lamb
August 30, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Praying for you through this time! Love you Ouida and Casey!!
August 30, 2011
RC and Judie Morgan, will miss you Chris
Kelly Martin
August 29, 2011
Gone but never forgotten, What a great Man. Till we meet again.
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